2006 BMW 650 vs. 1984 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Century.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1984 Toyota Century | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 650 | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |